1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |